Electrolux Home Products Announce Recall of Air Conditioning/Heating Units

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Hazard: The heating coil in the units can be damaged during assembly, causing an electrical short and overheating, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Electrolux has received two reports of incidents, though there have been no injuries.

Description: The recalled air conditioning/heating units are installed thru-the-wall and include the Frigidaire FAH12EM21 model and Carrier models 52FED31201AA.. The model numbers can be found on a serial plate on the side of the unit. The beige AC/heating units are about 14 high, 24 wide, and 20 in depth.

Sold by: Independent dealer, builders, and remodelers between June 2003 and September 2003 for about $500.

Manufactured in: United States.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact Electrolux for a free inspection and repair, if needed.

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